A number of versions of the Dutchman's departure have been reported and Jol said that he found out his fate when his nephew told him in the tunnel after the game.

But Levy has attempted to put the record straight in an open letter to supporters.

"There were no discussions prior (to the game) and there were none of the reported disagreements," he added.

I don't have a problem with Daniel or the club because they have treated me very well throughout my time there

Martin Jol

"We would not have, in any case, asked Martin to take charge of the match under those circumstances.

"Media speculation which preceded the game, inaccurately reporting Martin as having resigned, was in no way a deliberate measure by this club, in no way served our purposes and we have resented any suggestion that this was the case.

"Leaks (which are wholly unacceptable) and speculation accompanied the game and it is a sad and regrettable aspect that individuals get caught in their midst."